1.5

hardly worth mentioning
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
113,000 miles

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problem #1

Jan 082009

C280

  • 113,000 miles
1997 Mercedes Benz, model C-280: Trunk front spring anchor point (drivers side) broke from metal fatigue when the trunk was opened. The weld point did not break. Mercedes Benz usa was notified of the metal failure problem and has declined to act or take responsibility, as they stated "this is due to the age of the vehicle". this part is not one to be replaced by wear and tear. We are advising you of the metal part failure, please respond. Thank you.

- San Gabriel, CA, USA

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